Contents

Instructions for: Safety Precautions .................................................................................. i, ii

Introduction .............................................................................................. 1
Inspecting For Damage .............................................................................. 2

The SoundWorks
® Getting Started .......................................................................................... 2
Satellite Cube Connections ........................................................................ 3
Program Source Connections ..................................................................... 4
Connecting Music Sources ......................................................................... 5

Multimedia Mounting The Volume Control .................................................................. 5

Power Connection ...................................................................................... 6
Attaching The Stands ................................................................................ 7

Speaker System
Important – Please Read Before Operating Your SoundWorks ................... 8
SoundWorks With A Computer ................................................................... 9
SoundWorks As A Music System .............................................................. 10
SoundWorks With A TV Set ...................................................................... 11

by Henry Kloss Mounting The Cubes ................................................................................ 12

1-Year Limited Warranty ......................................................................... 13
Technical Support .................................................................................... 13
Specifications .......................................................................................... 15
Wiring Diagram ....................................................................................... 15
 IMPORTANT
WARNING AVIS
SHOCK HAZARD RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR

The lightning flash with arrowhead, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user of the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within a product’s en-
closure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute the risk of electric shock to
persons.
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SUBWOOF-
ER’S COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS DEMONTER LE
COUVERCLE DU HAUT PARLEUR.
AUCUN ENTRETIEN DES PIECES
INTERIEURES N’EST REQUIS.TOUT
SERVICE D’ENTRETIEN NE DOIT ETRE
EFFECTUE QUE PAR DU PERSONNEL
D’ENTRETIEN QUALIFIE.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of the
presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the lit-
erature accompanying this product.

Compliance READ AND HEED IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING

This product conforms to the following
Council Directive: ON BOTTOM OF SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE
❑ Directive 89/ 336/ EEC, 92/ 31/ EEC
(EMC), 73/23/EEC (LVD)
Modifications
Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the grantee of this
device could void the user’s authority to CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
operate the device. SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, INSERT FULLY.
WARNING: To prevent
fire or shock hazard, do
not expose this appliance ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS
to rain or moisture. ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
Important Notice CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
The serial number for the SoundWorks JUSQU’AU FOND.
is located on the subwoofer. Please
write this number down and keep it in a
secure area. This is for your security.

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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and op-
erating instructions should be read before
the SoundWorks amplified subwoofer/sat-
ellite system is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the
subwoofer and in the operating instruc-
tions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating
and use instructions should be followed.
CLEANING - Unplug the subwoofer from the
wall outlet or other power source before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments
not recommended by Cambridge
SoundWorks as they may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE - Do not use the
subwoofer near water—for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a
swimming pool; and the like.
ACCESSORIES - Do not place the
SoundWorks system on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The sub-
woofer or satellites may fall, causing seri-
ous injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table rec-
ommended by Cambridge SoundWorks,
or sold with the product. Any mounting of
the satellites or subwoofer should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recom-
mended by Cambridge SoundWorks.
VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the subwoofer
and to prevent it from overheating, and
these openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The
subwoofer should not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or
Cambridge SoundWorks’ instructions
have been adhered to.
HEAT - The subwoofer should be situated
away from heat sources such as radia-
tors, heat registers, stoves, and other
products (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.
POWER SOURCES - The subwoofer should
be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For prod-
ucts intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the oper-
ating instructions.
POLARIZATION - The subwoofer may be
equipped with a polarized alternating-cur-
rent line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
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POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-sup-
ply cords should be routed so that they are
not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, pay-
ing particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the subwoofer.
LIGHTNING - For added protection for the
SoundWorks system during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet. This will prevent dam-
age to the subwoofer due to lightning and
power-line surges.
OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall out-
lets, extension cords, or integral conve-
nience receptacles as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push
objects of any kind into the subwoofer
through openings as they may touch dan-
gerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the sub-
woofer.
SERVICING - Do not attempt to service the
subwoofer yourself as opening or remov-
ing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servic-
ing to qualified service personnel.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug
the subwoofer from the wall outlet or other
power source and refer servicing to quali-
fied service personnel under the following
conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen into the subwoofer.
c) If the subwoofer has been exposed to
rain or water.
d) If the subwoofer does not operate nor-
mally by following the operating instruc-
tions; or exhibits a distinct change in per-
formance.
e) If the product has been dropped or
damaged in any way.
REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replace-
ment parts are required, be sure the ser-
vice technician has used replacement
parts specified by Cambridge SoundWorks
or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any
service or repairs to the SoundWorks sys-
tem, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the
SoundWorks system is in proper operat-
ing condition.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING - The
SoundWorks satellites should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended
by Cambridge SoundWorks.
Introduction
hank you for choosing

T
Cambridge SoundWorks
SoundWorks® by Henry 1-877-YES-HIFI
Kloss. We think you’ll find (1-877-937-4434)
its sound quality astonish- 24 hours a day,
ing, whether you connect it to every day
your computer or use it as a In Canada: 1-800-987-9104
stand-alone music system. Outside US or Canada:
To create a so-called Tel: 617-332-5936
“multimedia” speaker, many Fax: 617-527-3194
manufacturers just add some www.cambridgesoundworks.com
magnetic shielding and a new E-mail:
nameplate to an existing model. info@cambridgesoundworks.com
At Cambridge SoundWorks, we
started with the assumption that
computer users care no less about
sound quality than music lovers.
We have developed a totally new
system, lavishing as much effort
on its design as on that of our
costliest Ensemble® speakers.
Thus SoundWorks far outstrips
most boom boxes and “rack”
audio systems, let alone the
typical “multimedia” speaker.

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Inspecting For Damage Getting Started
Examine each speaker unit carefully included with your system. If anything One of the first steps in setting up
for shipping damage. If there is any,
do not install or use the system. For
is missing, contact the retailer where it
was purchased.
SoundWorks is connecting the
small “cube” satellite speakers to
1 From both ends of each speaker cable,
pull off and discard the pre-cut strips of
advice, call the store where you Save the carton and its inserts in the subwoofer (see next page). insulation, revealing the bare wires.
made your purchase. case you need to ship or move your Therefore, before anything else,
All the items shown in the SoundWorks system later. prepare their connecting wires
illustration below should be as shown.

2 Twist the individual strands of bared wire

tightly together so there are no free
Red
band
strands that could short across the
speaker or amplifier terminals.
3 Note the red band around one wire at each
end of each speaker cable. This will help
you connect speakers “in phase” as
SOUNDWORKS
BY HENRY KLOSS

©CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS
1-800-FOR-HIFI TO
TO FROM
FROM
described on the next page.
12680 SUB
SUB SOURCE
SOURCE

+ +
BASS
12-14V 1.5A LEVEL SOUNDWORKS
POWER AUDIO
DC IN INPUT MIN
ON/OFF
L R
– –
SPEAKERS

CAMBRIDGE
SOUND
OUNDWORKS
ORKS
MAX

Subwoofer/Amplifier 12 Ft. Audio Connecting -

Cable with Volume Control Semipermanent Mounting Strip Wall-Mounting
and Mini-Plugs (1) for Attaching Volume Control Hardware for
Cubes (2)

CAMBRIDGE CAMBRIDGE
SOUNDWORKS SOUNDWORKS

Satellite Speaker Cubes (2) Stands for Cubes (2) 12 Ft. Speaker Wires for “Hook & Loop” Strip for Attaching Stick-On Feet 12-14 VDC External Power Supply
Connecting Cubes (2) Cubes to Computer Monitor (4) for Cubes or (12v Version Only)
Stands (2 Sets)

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Satellite Cube Connections
Connect the red (+) and black (–) terminals on
the subwoofer to their red and black counter- To connect speaker wires to cubes, push tab
parts on the cube speakers. Use the leads with
Left CAMBRIDGE
SoundWorks beneath connector back, insert bared end of wire,
the red bands for interconnecting the red Satellite then return the tab to its original position.
terminals, and the unmarked leads for the Cube
black terminals.
– +
Note: Connecting the two cubes identically assures
that they operate “in phase” (their cones move in Red
and out together). “Out of phase” connections can band
muddy the stereo effect. Solo voices, should appear
to come from a point between the two cubes, which
will sound “split” between them.
To connect speaker wires to subwoofer,
Subwoofer + + Red
push on the spring-loaded tab above or
beneath each connector, insert bared end of
Control 120V 60HZ 30W BASS
LEVEL
band
wire, then release tab to lock wire in place.
POWER
Panel ON/OFF 12V DC IN AUDIO
INPUT L R
– –
SPEAKERS Notes
The satellite amplifiers inside the
SoundWorks subwoofer are specifically
designed to drive the SoundWorks cube
satellites. Do not connect these left and
CAMBRIDGE right amplifier outputs to any other
Right SoundWorks
speakers or any kind of signal
Use of the Bass Level control is described in each processing device.
of the applications sections that follow; for now Satellite
To lengthen the satellite speaker wires,
simply set it at the midway (12 o’clock) position. Cube you can add additional speaker wire
– + using wire nuts or substitute longer
lengths of 18 gauge speaker wire.

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Program Source Connections
Connect the Volume Control’s
FROM SOURCE lead to the audio
output of your computer or other
program source. Connect the TO
SUB lead to the Audio Input of Computer CPU/
SoundWorks’ subwoofer as shown. program source
The control can be mounted on the
Short lead
side of your computer monitor or Avoid using SPEAKER LINE (FROM SOURCE)
other surface using the adhesive this kind of
OUT OUT
strip provided (see opposite page). output.
If the program source has its
own level control, set it at least
half-way up, and then use the
Volume Control to achieve your
preferred playback level. If there’s
audible hum or hiss, or if the
Volume Control adjustment range
is unsatisfactory, readjust the
+ +
program source’s level control up 120V 60HZ 30W BASS
or down (and the Volume Control POWER
LEVEL

accordingly). ON/OFF 12V DC IN AUDIO Volume Control

INPUT L R
– –
SPEAKERS

FROM
E
SUB SOURC

S
SOUNDWORK
TO

MIN
Subwoofer

MAX
Computer monitor
Long lead
(TO SUB)

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Connecting Music Sources Mounting the Volume Control
Subwoofer The enclosed mounting strip is
+ + Control semipermanent—it holds well but can
120V 60HZ 30W BASS be peeled off gently. Be sure that the
POWER
LEVEL Panel mounting surface, such as the computer
ON/OFF 12V DC IN AUDIO
INPUT L R
monitor, is smooth and clean.
– –
SPEAKERS M
FRO CE
TO SOUR
SUB

S
RK
ND
WO
SOU
MIN

When connecting tape and CD players, it is generally

preferable to use the headphone output; fixed “line
MAX
out” outputs will work, but any noise present in the
player may be more audible at high levels.
SOUNDWORKS

SUB SOURCE
TO

1 Remove protective paper from one 2 Press exposed adhesive side firmly
MAX

MIN

FROM

Some portable players have “bass boost” circuits side to reveal adhesive. against back of Volume Control.
designed for their small headphones. Switch these
circuits OFF when playing through SoundWorks.

DCIN OFF 1 2

M
RCE
SOUFRO

ORKS
TO
SUB

NDW
PHONES LINE

MIN
SOU
OUT BASS BOOST

MAX
Program Source

3 Remove remaining paper strip. 4 Press control firmly against

mounting surface.

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Power Connection
SoundWorks CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE
The SoundWorks uses an external 12 VDC power supply. The ON/OFF switch THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
disconnects SoundWorks from this power supply. CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET
When using SoundWorks in a car, use only a C1P43012 car adapter from UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED
Cambridge SoundWorks. TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

ATTENTION:
SoundWorks Subwoofer Control Panel POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE
PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC
UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT,
OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI
+ + LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND
SANS EN LESSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
1.5A BASS DECOUVERT.
LEVEL
POWER
12-14V
ON/OFF DC IN AUDIO
INPUT L R
– –
SPEAKERS

SoundWorks can operate from 12 VDC sources such as a cars’ electrical system
USE ONLY A C1P43012 CAR ADAPTER FROM CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS

Push in to turn on the system’s amplifiers; push again to turn them off.

ONLY after making all other connections, connect the 12 VDC power supply to SoundWorks.

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Attaching The Stands
For most applications, the cube speakers
should be attached to their stands. Install
each stand by inserting it into the slot in the
back of each satellite cube.

CAMBRIDGE
SoundWorks

– +

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Important – Please Read Before Operating Your SoundWorks
Playback Levels
SoundWorks is intended for indi-
vidual or small group listening,
not to fill a large room for hours
on end with loud dance music. In
fact, playing the system continu-
ously at overly loud, distorted
levels on program material may
cause its internal fuse to blow
after an hour or two.
The fuse can be replaced only by
a qualified representative. To
avoid this inconvenience and a
possible non-warranty repair
charge, reduce the playback
volume when the system shows
obvious signs of stress, i.e. it
sounds “raspy,” “fuzzy,”
and/or “muddy.”
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Controlling Background Noise and Distortion
Due to SoundWorks’ high input
sensitivity (only .18 V RMS for
rated output), some signal sources
will send audible levels of back-
ground hum and hiss through
to SoundWorks.
If hum or hiss is heard from
SoundWorks and if the signal
source has its own volume control
capability (on-screen control for a
computer or variable audio output
for a TV or CD/tape player), use one
of the following two approaches:
1. Reduce the setting of the
Volume Control until hum or
hiss is reduced to an unnotice-
able level. Use the signal
source to control the
output level.
2. Set the signal source’s volume
control to a high setting (70%
or higher) and use the Volume
Control to vary output.
Some PC sound boards have an
output control on the card. Trial
and error may be necessary to
achieve the right setting of this
control. Too low a setting could
cause background noise. Too high
a setting may cause distortion.
Keep in mind, SoundWorks has
sonic fidelity sufficient to reveal
noise and distortion inherent in
some digital sound processers. You
may not have noticed these imper-
fections before.
Background noise present in a
few, fixed-level signal sources may
be audible when the Volume
Control is set to a high level and
program material is silent or
playing at a low level. This behav-
ior is intrinsic to the fixed-level
signal source and is not the fault
of SoundWorks.
SoundWorks With A Computer
Place the cubes, which are magnetically
shielded, on the small stands to either side of
the monitor, aimed straight ahead. Do not angle
them inward to fire directly at you (see text). The
cubes may also be attached to the sides of the
monitor with the “hook & loop” strips provided
(instructions on page 12).
Place the subwoofer on the floor under your
desk or workstation, back against the wall. Do
not place it up on the work surface or a shelf,
which could result in disappointing bass
performance (see text to the right). The
subwoofer is not magnetically shielded, and
must be at least 18 inches from the monitor
to prevent distortion of the picture.
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• Have a clear line of sight from
your listening position to
the cubes.
• The ear cannot localize low-bass,
which is why the subwoofer can
go on the floor, out of sight. The
bass port (the hole above the
control panel) must be at least
2 inches from the nearest surface.
• If you can’t place the woofer on
the floor against a wall as
shown, the Bass Level control
will compensate. Try turning it
up if you place the subwoofer up
on a shelf, away from the acous-
tic support that the floor and wall
give low-bass.
• On the other hand, if the sub-
woofer sits in a corner on the
floor, it may sound bass-heavy.
In this case try turning the Bass
Level control down.
• Set the Bass Level control for best
bass balance, then forget it. It is
not intended to be adjusted
regularly to compensate for
differences in recordings.
SoundWorks As A Music System
• Have a clear line of sight from your • On the other hand, if the
listening position to the cubes. subwoofer sits in a corner on the
• The further away the cubes, the floor, it may sound bass-heavy.
less critical their height. Try them In this case, try turning the Bass
down on the floor, up near the Level control down.
ceiling, or anywhere in between. If • Set the Bass Level control for best
they are close to you, however, it’s bass balance, then forget it. It is
MOZ
best to have them at ear level. not intended to be adjusted
Sym ART
No. phonies
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• Use your imagination and try regularly to compensate for
different locations for the cubes— differences in recordings.
on window sills for example, or on
a mantelpiece as shown. They can
also be easily wall mounted
(see page 12).
• The ear cannot localize low-bass,
so the subwoofer does not have to
be very close to the satellites. It
can even be hidden by furniture.
The bass port (the hole above the
control panel) must be at least 2
inches from any surface.
• If you can’t place the subwoofer on
For recorded performers to appear “on stage” the floor against a wall, the Bass
in front of you, place the cubes to form a Level control will compensate. Try
roughly equal-sided triangle with your favorite turning it up if you place the
listening position. But by all means, take subwoofer up on a shelf, and/or out
advantage of their tiny size, and experiment from the wall.
liberally with their placement (see text for
suggestions).
Place the subwoofer on the floor against a wall
(surfaces that acoustically support the bass).
Placing it out from the wall and/or up on a
shelf could result in disappointing bass
performance (see text).

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SoundWorks With A TV Set
• To use SoundWorks with a
stereo TV, the set must have a
volume-controlled audio signal
output. This kind of audio signal
output retains a TV remote’s
ability to control the overall sound
level. Typically, this will be either
left and right RCA jacks or a
headphone output.
• If your set’s stereo audio outputs
are a pair of separate jacks rather
than a single stereo headphone
jack, call the store where pur-
chased or call a Cambridge
SoundWorks Audio/Video
Consultant at 1-877-YES-HIFI to
purchase the adapters you’ll need
to add to the Volume Control
cable supplied with your
SoundWorks system.
• Switch off the TV’s internal speak-
The cubes are magnetically shielded, and ers (some sets do so automatically
therefore, can be placed close to your TV if when you connect an external
necessary. Placing them too far apart can audio system).
keep dialogue from sounding like it’s coming • The ear cannot localize low-bass,
from the screen. (Wall-mounting instructions are so the subwoofer does not have to
on the next page). be close to the cubes, and can be
Place the subwoofer on the floor against a wall hidden by furniture. The bass port
(surfaces that acoustically support the bass). (the hole above the control panel)
Placing it out from the wall and/or up on a must be at least 2 inches from the
shelf could result in disappointing bass nearest surface, however.
performance (see text to the right). The
subwoofer is not magnetically shielded,
and must be at least 18 inches from the TV
to prevent picture distortion.
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• If you can’t place the subwoofer
on the floor against a wall, the
Bass Level control will compen-
sate. Try turning it up if you place
the subwoofer up on a shelf, and/
or out from the wall.
• On the other hand, if the
subwoofer sits in a corner on the
floor, it may sound bass-heavy. In
this case, try turning the Bass
Level control down.
• Set the Bass Level control for best
bass balance, then forget it. It is
not intended to be adjusted regu-
larly to compensate for differences
in recordings and broadcasts.
• If what SoundWorks does for your
TV starts you thinking about a
full-blown “home theater” with
Dolby® Surround sound, call a
Cambridge SoundWorks Audio/
Video Consultant for further
information.
Mounting The Cubes
To the monitor:
1. Each cube requires two “hook &
loop” strip pairs for stable mount-
ing. Do not peel apart the mated
hook & loop pairs before attach-
ing them. This ensures proper
alignment.
2. Be sure the surfaces to which you
attach the strips—including the
cubes—are clean.
3. Peel off just one paper cover from
one of the mated hook & loop
pairs. Press the adhesive side
firmly into place at the top of the
proper surface of the cube. Repeat
for a second mated pair, attaching
it to the side of the cube down near
the bottom.
4. Remove the remaining paper
covers from each mated hook &
loop pair and press the cube firmly
against the side of the monitor.
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5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the
other cube.
6. You can detach the cubes from
the monitor at any time (the
“tearing” sound is normal). To
reattach a cube, don’t press it
straight against the strips on the
monitor, but rather at a slight
angle so that the tiny hooks on
one surface can engage the loops
on the other. It may be necessary
to “wiggle” the cube a bit as you
press it into place).
CAMBRIDGE
SoundWorks
– +
To the wall:
To wall-mount the cubes on struc-
turally strong surfaces (a wall stud
or wood panelling), screw the No.
10 screws into the material. Allow
their heads to protrude about 1/4
inch to fit into the keyhole slots on
the back of each cube
(as shown below).
The plastic anchors supplied will
be needed to secure the screws in
most wall surfaces. If so, drill 1/4
inch holes in the wall, then tap the
anchors into the holes until they are
flush with the wall. Then screw the
screws into the anchors until they
protrude about 1/4 inch.
Be sure to apply the stick-on
rubber feet to the back of the satel-
lite cubes. This assures an acousti-
cally secure installation.
1-Year Limited Warranty
o the original purchaser,
T Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc.
will warrant the SoundWorks
system to be free of defects
in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from date of
purchase. With respect to defects,
Cambridge SoundWorks will, at its
option, replace the product or
repair the defect in the product
with no charge to the original
purchaser for parts or labor.
This warranty does not extend
to any defect, malfunction or
failure caused by misuse, abuse,
accident, faulty hookup, defective
associated equipment or use of the
speaker with equipment for which
it is not intended.
This warranty is valid only
when the speaker is returned to
the retailer where the SoundWorks
was purchased.
® Cambridge SoundWorks, Ensemble, SoundWorks and SoundWorks by Henry Kloss are registered trademarks of Cambridge SoundWorks, Incorporated.
® Dolby, Pro Logic and Dolby Surround are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation
This is the sole and
expressed warranty. This
warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or
implied, of merchantability,
fitness for purpose or other-
wise. In no event shall
Cambridge SoundWorks be
liable for incidental or conse-
quential damages or have any
liability with respect to defects
other than the obligations set
forth above.
To ensure warranty coverage,
it is incumbent upon the
original purchaser to inform the
retailer where the SoundWorks
was purchased, of the defect
within the warranty period. The
only acceptable method of
establishing warranty status is
a copy of the original proof of
purchase indicating customers’
name and purchase date.
Technical Support
Inside U.S.A., Canada and Latin America
Creative Labs Inc. Technical Support
If you need technical assistance, call 405-742-6622. Technical support is
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You can get the latest program and driver updates from Creative Labs’ bulletin
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Parity: none
Stop bits: 1
You can also send a FAX at 405-742-6633 or write us at:
Technical Support
Creative Labs, Inc.
1523 Cimarron Plaza
Stillwater, OK 74075
To reach Creative Technical support via the Internet, visit our technical support
web site at http://www.creativehelp.com, for troubleshooting help.
For information about this product and other Creative Labs products, visit
Creative Zone at http://www.soundblaster.com. Or, call Customer Service at
800-998-1000
Faxback information is available by calling 405-372-5227
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Inside Europe Germany
(for Central and
Tel:
Fax:
+49 089 9579081
+49 089 9577453
Creative Labs (Ireland) Ltd. Technical Support Eastern Europe) BBS: +49 089 9577274
Ballycoolin Business Park, Blanchardstown Dublin, 15 Ireland Holland Tel: +3115578244
Italy Tel: +39 2 982 4 4100
Ireland Tel: +353 1 820 7555 Norway Tel: 800 11663 (Freephone)
Fax: +353 1 820 5052 BBS: +45 4824 4351 (HST V.34)
BBS: +353 1 820 3784 (HST) +45 4824 4361 (ZyTEL 19,200)
+353 1 820 3818 (ZyXEL)
Belgium Tel: +32 32300997 (French) Scandinavia Tel: +45 4824 4322
(for Benelux) Fax: +32 32300998 (Dutch) Fax: +45 4824 4323
BBS: +32 3281 4631 (HST V.34) Spain Tel: 900 953536 (Freephone)
+32 3281 4632 (V.34) Sweden Tel: 020 791088 (Freephone)
Denmark Tel: 8001 7177 (Freephone) BBS: +45 4824 4351 (HST V.34)
BBS: +45 4824 4351 (HST V.34) +45 4824 4361 (ZyTEL 19,200)
+45 4824 4361 (V.34) UK Tel: +44 01734 344 744
Finland Tel: 08001 18052 (Freephone) Fax: +44 01734 320 271
BBS: +45 4824 4351 (HST V.34) BBS: +44 01743 360 287
+45 4824 4361 (ZyXEL 19,200) Operating hours
France Tel: +33 1 39 20 04 21 Mon-Fri: Business Hours
Fax: +33 1 39 20 90 10 Sat-Sun: Closed
BBS: +33 1 39 20 90 43 (HST) Faxback is a facility that allows you to obtain product and technical
+33 1 39 20 90 47 (V.32bis) information through facsimile services. In Europe, use the following number:
Minitel: 3615 CREATIVE and 3617 CREATIVE +353 1 820 3667.

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 Wiring Diagram
Inside Asia CAMBRIDGE
SoundWorks
CAMBRIDGE
SoundWorks

Creative Technology Ltd. Technical Support

31 International Business Park, – + – +
Creative Resource, Singapore 609921

Tel: +65 8954100

Fax: +65 8954999
BBS: +65 776 2423
Operating hours (Singapore Time)
Mon-Thu: 9am-6:30pm
Fri: 9am-6pm
Sat-Sun & Public Holidays: Closed

SoundWorks’
Three-channel Amplifier Specifications SOUNDWORKS
BY HENRY KLOSS
©CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS

Satellite amplifier: One channel driven into a 3.2 1-800-FOR-HIFI

12680

ohm load at less than 1% total harmonic distortion, at

1kHz: 4 watts RMS. + +
BASS
12-14V 1.5A LEVEL

Subwoofer amplifier: Driven into a 3.5 ohm load, POWER

ON/OFF DC IN
AUDIO
INPUT
L R
– –
at less than 1% total harmonic distortion, at 100Hz: SPEAKERS

13 watts RMS.
CAMBRIDGE
SOUND
OUNDWORKS
ORKS
Music power, satellite section, 8.4 watts + 8.4 TO
TO
SUB
SUB
FROM
FROM
SOURCE
SOURCE

watts. Subwoofer section: 33.3 watts. SOUNDWORKS

MIN
MIN

These specifications apply to a SoundWorks operating

from its external 12v, 1.5A power supply connected MAX
MAX

to a 120VAC souce.
Note: in advertising, the term “peak power”—double
an amplifier’s music power—is often used.

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1-877-937-4434 Fax: 617-527-3194

www.cambridgesoundworks.com
Email: info@cambridgesoundworks.com

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